Ryder: Web Application Security Engineer

Headquarters: USA - Remote FL URL: http://ryder.com Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here . Job Description : Summary The Web Application Security Engineer is a critical member of the cybersecurity team responsible for protecting web-based applications hosted on-premises and in the cloud. This role plays a key part in strengthening the organization’s application security posture by onboarding web applications into a Content Delivery Network (CDN), configuring and maintaining WAF protections, and executing Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) scans. The engineer designs and deploys secure WAF configurations to defend against emerging threats without disrupting business operations. They are also responsible for identifying, mitigating, and escalating vulnerabilities through proactive monitoring and testing. This role collaborates closely with security operations, application development teams, and third-party providers to ensure comprehensive application protection across environments. Essential Functions - Lead the onboarding of web applications into a CDN, ensuring proper security policy integration and optimized delivery. - Manage WAFs deployed on-premises, in the cloud, or in hybrid environments, including those co-managed with external service providers. Configure, maintain, and tune WAF rules to protect against web application threats, including OWASP Top Ten risks. - Set up and execute DAST scans on web applications to identify vulnerabilities in runtime environments, validate WAF coverage, and provide actionable remediation guidance. Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and SOC/IR teams to ensure findings are triaged, addressed, and documented. - Monitor application traffic and threat activity, leveraging automation and analytics to detect and respond to anomalies. Perform continuous testing and tuning of WAF policies based on threat intelligence, logs, and scan results. - Contribute to incident response efforts related to application-layer attacks and vulnerabilities. - Develop and maintain documentation related to WAF policies, scan results, application mappings, and remediation plans. Additional Responsibilities - Perform other duties as assigned. Skills and Abilities - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams., Required - Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)., Required - Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required - Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, Required - Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills, R...